The Zambia Prevention of Unsafe Abortions Project
ZAGO recognize Safe Motherhood Action Groups (SMAGs) as key partners in promoting and improving the health and wellbeing of people across communities. This cadre of voluntary healthcare workers often work […]
From 5th to 16th February, 2024, ZAGO undertook onsite follow-up visits to Comprehensive Abortion Care (CAC) providers in all the 30 health facilities providing self-managed medical abortion care. The purpose […]
Traditional ceremonies are a critical platform to raise awareness on health issues by engaging communities in a cultural-relevant and meaningful way. This is because traditional ceremonies can be used to […]
Youth advocacy in Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) aims to address the systematic barriers faced by young people when seeking reproductive healthcare. In self-managed medical abortion care, youth advocacy […]
Teenage pregnancy is a growing concern in Zambia, with high number of cases reported each year. In January 2024 alone, close to 3000 cases of teenage pregnancy were reported in […]
Pharmacists play a crucial role in the provision of medical abortion services by ensuring that safe and effective medications are available for women and girls seeking abortion services. Forecasting and […]
Zambia Association of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians (ZAGO) President Dr Swebby Macha says more work is needed to educate the people about their reproductive health rights. Commemorating the first anniversary for […]
Teenage pregnancy is one of the impediments to social and economic development among girls in Zambia. A number of girls are unable to reach their full potential as they fall […]
ZAGO’s focus is to be part of this revolutionary access to safe abortion care being an essential healthcare. For this reason, the project the society is currently implementing encompasses a number of advocacy strategies, including trainings. These activities, which are quarterly based are aimed at increasing knowledge and understanding among target stakeholders.
Our work with the youth is to challenge any barriers or potential barriers to ensure that young people have the autonomy over their reproductive decisions and can access the resources they need without unnecessary obstacles. This involves creating groups, and virtual communities where young people can share their experiences, ask questions, and receive support from trained peers and healthcare professionals.